Works for
CleansingPolysorbate 60Can be harsh
“Wash away dirt and impurities from your pores for smoother skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishTaurineNot delivered
“Wash away dirt and impurities from your pores for smoother skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol, Citrus reticulata extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sea silt~8.5–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholTitanium dioxide~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideTalc~2.8–3.4%
Citrus reticulata extract~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~1.8–2.2%
Mel~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelMenthol~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Squalane~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSebacic acid~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Protease~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineSilver oxide~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
10-hydroxydecanoic acid~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and slow down the water loss from its surface
More about 10-hydroxydecanoic acid1,10-decanediol~0.55–0.8%
Butylene glycol~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPentylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium phosphate~0.45–0.7%
Silica~0.55–0.8%
Alumina~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaPolysorbate 60~0.45–0.65%
2-hydroxyethyl acrylate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and uniform layer on the skin (when used in sunscreens, for example)
More about 2-hydroxyethyl acrylateTaurine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePhosphoric acid~0.2–0.35%
Phytic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Sea silt, Alcohol, Titanium dioxide, Talc, Citrus reticulata extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Mel, Unknown, Menthol, Squalane, Sebacic acid, Protease, Glycine, Silver oxide, 10-hydroxydecanoic acid, 1,10-decanediol, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Sodium phosphate, Silica, Alumina, Polysorbate 60, 2-hydroxyethyl acrylate, Unknown, Taurine, Unknown, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Phosphoric acid, Phytic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| pdcLiftarna Diatomaceous Earth PackYOUR PRODUCT | EviDenS de BeautéThe Cleansing Foaming Gel | NaturiumMulti-Calm Cream Cleanser | CeraVeCream to Foam Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 30% | 29% | 29% |
| Price | — | — | $15.80 | $12.87 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Ubiquinone | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Functional glycine receptor in cultured human keratinocytesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Cosmeceuttical Critigue: Taurinemdedge.com
- 6Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy acidsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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